Cost of Living in Brookfield, WI
Population: 41,592 • 2026 Data
$124,026
Median Household Income
+60% vs national
$1,794
Median Monthly Rent
+33% vs national
$419,300
Median Home Value
+24% vs national
3.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Brookfield
The median home value in Brookfield, WI is $419,300. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,794, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,663.
Rent-to-income ratio: 17.4%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Brookfield, WI is $124,026. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0%, with a labor force of 20,757 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.